The NCAJ’s Eminent Domain Section provides legal professionals with resources and educational programming focused on protecting landowners' rights in condemnation cases Marianna will play a key role in the section’s leadership and supporting the section’s mission a litigation attorney based in Ward and Smith's Raleigh office She resolves disputes for community associations and condominium boards She effectively manages issues such as covenant enforcement We Are Your Established Legal Network™ Offices:Asheville, Beaufort, Greenville, New Bern, Raleigh, and Wilmington © 2025 Ward and Smith, P.A. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer | Terms of Use | Privacy Notice | Accessibility Law firm web design by New Media Campaigns This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page From NASHVILLE, Tenn. — After weeks of protests and strained debate Tennessee's Republican supermajority hit pause on a bill that would have let public K-12 schools deny enrollment to children without legal immigration status But the lawmakers pushing the measure say they aren't done Republicans across the country had hoped to trigger a lawsuit challenging the law that would bring the issue back to the U.S. Supreme Court, similar to how a state law in Mississippi led to the court overturning federal abortion rights in 2022 The Supreme Court established the right to an education for all students regardless of immigration status in a 1982 ruling in Plyler v The Heritage Foundation, the conservative think tank that wrote the blueprint for the Trump administration's Project 2025 policies called on states last year to pass bills challenging Plyler v "Unchecked illegal migration over the past three years has possibly cost the public education system billions of dollars," The Heritage Foundation wrote in a 2024 brief "Large influxes of non-English-speaking children also has a negative effect on the classroom." Despite the multi-state effort, attempts this year to retry Plyler have all failed. Bills in Texas, Indiana and New Jersey stalled. Oklahoma's Republican state superintendent put a similar measure before the state legislature, but Republican Gov. Kevin Stitt vowed to block it Tennessee's version came the closest to becoming law. In April, the bill narrowly passed the Senate argued on the Senate floor that it addressed a financial issue "We have been mandated or forced to pay that additional cost without consideration," Watson said "[Plyler] was the voice of the court being imposed on the people my friends — this is the voice of the people being exercised through their elected representatives." But the bill could have a chilling effect on the state's economy said Phillip Lovell of the non-profit All for Ed a national organization that advocates for equal access to education "There are estimates that the undocumented community in your state contributes $350 million in taxes They have a purchasing power of $3.5 billion," Lovell said the more they earn and the more taxes they pay Your spending on education is not just spending asking how much of the potential $1.1 billion in federal funding would be at risk but the state did not receive a response by the end of session Immigrant rights activists are taking the move as a win business owners and everyday Tennesseans who spoke out — your calls your emails and your presence at the Capitol worked," said Lisa Sherman Luna the executive director of the Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition The group helped plan several protests and marches over the course of the legislative session Every time the bill was heard during session protesters filled hearing rooms and spilled out into the hallways carrying signs that read "Education for all" or "I stand with immigrants." Tennessee Republicans have plans to bring it back next year depending on how receptive the federal government is to the legislation If the measure does make it before the U.S advocates worry the outcome could be different from the 1982 decision said the court's conservative majority has a history of reversing court precedent "I think that they're reading the tea leaves correctly," Yarbrough said "I think that they are correct that they are going to get a second bite at the apple." Yarbrough said the ACLU would still pursue a legal challenge if a law like this one passes "Even if you think you're going to lose in the long run Tennessee went before the U.S. Supreme Court in December to defend its ban on gender-affirming care for minors state Republicans will see if their strategy works with the court's current makeup Become an NPR sponsor There are no statistics available for this player Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application Naugatuck - Marianna “Mickey” Shea She was the loving wife of the late Carlton A She was raised on a dairy farm in Buckeystown MD and attended Buckeystown Elementary and Frederick High School She furthered her education at Greenbriar Junior College in Lewisburg received her BS degree from Western Maryland College (now McDaniel) and obtained her Master’s Degree from Southern Connecticut in Early Childhood Education She taught Kindergarten at Western Elementary School for 36 years and in 1972 was selected as an outstanding elementary teacher of America and was featured in “Who’s Who in American Education.” She was active in the Salem Lutheran Church serving in various capacities including the Childcare Board Mickey has been an active member of the Middlebury Congregational Church She gifted many quilts to her children and grandchildren and had also quilted with a group which met at Hillside Covenant Church These were donated to a women's shelter in Waterbury she dressed “to the nines” for all events and appointments She was an active member of the Naugatuck Woman's Club and had played Bridge with the same group of ladies for over 50 years In addition to her love of cooking and entertaining family she also traveled to special places and was a repeat visitor to Williamsburg Shea is survived by her children Susan Sundholm of Southbury Ernest Shea and his wife Karen of Lutherville Tyler Kamide and Caitlin Kamide; as well as her 17 great-grandchildren; and her sister Rachel Ford of Frederick Her faith and love of the Lord guided her daily life and above all she left her family knowing how much they were loved Arrangements – Funeral services and committal in Grove Cemetery will be held in the spring The Alderson-Ford Funeral Home of Naugatuck is assisting with arrangements Memorial contributions may be made to the Middlebury Congregational Church Book of Remembrance This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors In a significant step toward advancing global health care education and interprofessional collaboration the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy (UMSOP) and Japan’s St Marianna University School of Medicine signed a formal Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during a ceremony held at Pharmacy Hall on March 27 anchored in shared goals to address global aging and pediatric health challenges lays the foundation for collaborative research and integrated clinical training opportunities across both institutions Read the full story on the School of Pharmacy's News Center.  Submit Your Content Subscribe to Elm Weekly The Elm is a dynamic, community-driven website where faculty, staff, students, and affiliates of the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) can publish, engage with, and access a variety of online content. 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Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination Colossal “Now the signature is that people don’t know what to expect and that’s the best outcome possible.” Among myriad strains of her practice—which include filmmaking and performance—a collection of bronze crowns created between 2022 and 2024 command our attention Situated on top of bespoke velvet cushions Simnett’s Crowns are cast in an alloy that would make the elaborate headpieces burdensome or even painful to wear and spikes manifest as delicate mammals and birds “Simnett uses vivid and visceral means to explore the body as a site of transformation,” says a statement from SOCIÉTÉ “In psychologically charged works that challenge both herself and the viewer Simnett imagines radical new worlds filled with untamed thoughts Named for powerful female figures from ancient lore like Discordia a she-demon in Jewish and Mesopotamian mythology and sublimity of allegorical female figures One can imagine that only supernatural beings could wear these pieces and feel comfortable Simnett’s sculptures were first shown in her exhibition OGRESS in 2022. “In fairy tales and folklore, the ogress is a voracious monster who deceives men and torments children in her quest to ravish them whole,” says an exhibition statement Simnett wielded “the ogress’ insatiable hunger as a radical force,” illuminating the role of women in myth and legend especially the symbolic tension between embracing and fearing those who are different Simnett’s solo exhibition Charades opens at SOCIÉTÉ on May 1, coinciding with Berlin Gallery Weekend. Explore a wide range of the artist’s multimedia work on her website and Instagram Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member now Join more than 200,000 subscribers and get the best of art and visual culture from Colossal Copyright © 2025 Colossal. See our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Marianna Richmond is best known for her beloved children's books that have touched the lives of millions she has written a powerful memoir about overcoming a mother's emotional neglect and finding the courage to reclaim the story of your life Matt Stafford spoke with Marianna Richmond about her new memoir For more information click here A poetic portrait of contemporary wildlife conservation JUST ABOVE THE SURFACE OF THE EARTH reflects on empathy and the role of hope amid a sixth mass extinction sensory meditation on what it means to live in a broken world Milhorat has presented her work at venues including the IFF Rotterdam and the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago Click here to learn more about Marianna Milhorat Cosponsored by the Dept. of Film/Video/Animation/New Genres Copyright © University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and University of Wisconsin Board of Regents. graduated from Sun Valley High School and loved music She was preceded in death by her husband of 23 years Lea Stackhouse and Linda Brown; grandchildren: Eddie Dewees Taylor Brown and Emily Brown; great-grandchildren: Elliana Dewees Warren Brown and Audrey Brown; her fur baby Lil Bit; and several other extended family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date Arrangements entrusted to Lane Funeral Home SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hazel Health the nation's largest school-centered telehealth provider today welcomed Marianna Spanos as Chief Operating Officer and announced the appointment of three prominent industry leaders to its Board of Directors over the last year: Jeremy Delinsky founding CEO of Cityblock Health; and Jessie Woolley-Wilson a renowned education technology leader and entrepreneur Hazel HealthMarianna Spanos is a seasoned healthcare executive with a track record of developing and scaling healthcare technology and services companies She brings deep experience in building highly effective tech-enabled operations that deliver strong results for patients and clients Marianna will oversee the implementation and delivery of Hazel's services for key stakeholders ensuring that Hazel continues to build deep partnerships "I've focused my career on using innovative technology and services to improve healthcare Hazel's mission deeply resonates - we have a responsibility to deliver better and more affordable care to our students," said Marianna Spanos "I'm honored to be part of the Hazel team that's been working tirelessly with schools across the country to remove barriers to care for all children." "Marianna Spanos' deep experience building technology-enabled healthcare services has set new industry standards for both patient experience and clinical excellence She will be instrumental in expanding Hazel's groundbreaking partnership model as we revolutionize school-based healthcare delivery We're excited to have her join our executive team at this pivotal moment in Hazel's journey," said Josh Golomb Hazel is also pleased to add three esteemed executives to its board of directors: Devoted HealthJeremy Delinsky is the founding Chief Operating Officer and current Board Member of Devoted Health and also currently serves as an Executive Advisor at New Mountain Capital Jeremy also served as CPO and CTO of athenahealth as well as Chief Technology Officer of Wayfair He brings extensive operational expertise in scaling innovative companies and serves on the boards of numerous leading healthcare companies Cityblock Health (Lead Independent Board Member) brings deep expertise in reimagining healthcare delivery for underserved communities Cityblock Health has pioneered an innovative care model that integrates primary care and social services for Medicaid and lower-income Medicare beneficiaries and built a world-class board of industry leaders Iyah serves on the boards of and advises numerous leading health tech companies Operating Partner at Owl Ventures (Board Observer) joins the board as a celebrated education technology leader and entrepreneur A two-time recipient of EdTech Digest's "EdTech Leadership Award" and named to Forbes' "Impact 15" list Woolley-Wilson brings extensive experience in transformative education innovation Her expertise includes board service with Rosetta Stone and Western Governors University and she has been recognized as one of the "Top 100 Influencers in EdTech." "The appointment of these esteemed leaders to our Board of Directors will supercharge Hazel's go to market velocity – and most importantly our ability to scale our school-centered pediatric healthcare model to the 50 million children enrolled in K-12 schools nationwide," said Golomb "We sought out some of the most experienced and accomplished leaders that have had a lasting impact on the technology we're better positioned than ever to develop cross-sector solutions that will ensure barrier-free care for the 5 million students we currently serve today To learn more about Hazel Health, please visit www.hazel.co About Hazel Health:Hazel Health is the nation's largest and most trusted provider of school-centered telehealth By partnering with districts and health plans across the country Hazel transforms schools into the most accessible front door to pediatric healthcare Hazel's licensed providers deliver teletherapy and virtual care (in school or at home) to over five million K-12 students regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay Hazel aims to remove all barriers to the mental and physical health care that children need to thrive: in school Press Contact: Elizabeth Austin[email protected] The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today announced students across North Carolina will soon have access to high-quality,.. Miami-Dade Public Schools (M-DCPS) is taking action to ensure that M-DCPS students have access to high-quality Health Care & Hospitals Education Computer & Electronics Personnel Announcements Do not sell or share my personal information: by Rowdy Baribeau MARIANNA, Ark. (KATV) — The Arkansas State Police Criminal Investigation Division (CID) has arrested two men in connection with the fatal shooting at Marianna Park on March 22, 2025. On Thursday, April 17, State Police charged 21-year-old Tyrese Mitchell and 27-year-old Derrick Morris with first-degree murder. Morris faces additional charges of possession of firearms by certain persons, and Mitchell was additionally charged with possession of a machine gun device. The shooting took place at Atkins Park. Upon arrival, officers discovered Earl Taylor, 52, lying on the ground next to his vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds. Taylor was pronounced deceased at the scene. Mitchell and Morris are being held at the Lee County Jail on $1 million bonds. Brennand was selected by Malaysian director Amanda Nell Eu who received the Award in 2024 as each winner is chosen by the preceding Award winner to receive the prize which includes a grant of €50,000 to support the creation of the laureate’s second feature project as the Women In Motion program celebrates 10 years of recognizing women in the seventh art Kering is proud to continue its commitment to promoting emerging female talent exposing persistent inequalities in the film industry and beyond and playing a part in changing mindsets and practices thus providing women with an additional springboard for launching their careers Reflecting a real but still too slow and uneven evolution increased from 7.5% to 13.6% among the top 100 box office films in the United States between 2015 and 2024 Every year in Cannes for the past ten years the program has awarded inspirational figures and female directors whose first feature film shows great potential which comes with a grant aimed at supporting the winner’s second film project notably allowed the program to support Leyla Bouzid (Tunisia) Carmen Jaquier (Switzerland) and Amanda Nell Eu (Malaysia) This grant strives to overcome the challenges linked to a lack of resources in a sector as competitive as the film industry Some recipients of the Prize have gone on to receive international recognition for their second feature film: Carla Simón won the Golden Bear at the Berlinale in 2022 for Alcarràs and Maura Delpero received the Grand Jury Prize in Venice in 2024 for Vermiglio.  it is imperative to give voice to women and girls who would not be heard otherwise The recognition this award brings not only amplifies our voices but reminds us of the importance of women directing films about women To receive this award from director Amanda Nell Eu I recognize the importance and beauty of being part of the Women In Motion community and would like to pay this honor forward to the manas who courageously shared their stories with us I thank our crew and partners in the Manas team who held my hand for these last ten years as we weaved together this story that seemed too difficult to tell respected and encouraged to break their silences Amanda Nell Eu explained her choice: "Marianna Brennand's debut feature Manas was an incredibly captivating and painful story with its luscious cinematography and strong performances by its young lead actors Manas portrays a distressing but very real story of what many young girls face deep in the wild surroundings of the Amazon rainforest and I applaud Marianna for making this powerful film and giving this issue a much needed voice." The recipient of the 2025 Women In Motion Award as well as the program of Talks for the 78th edition of the Festival de Cannes will be revealed in the coming weeks.  and screenwriter from Brazil working between Recife She has a degree in Film Studies from University of California was the GDA Director's Award winner at Giornate degli Autori She is the first Brazilian director to win Giornate's main prize is the result of ten years of research into the complex and delicate subject of sexual abuse and exploitation of children Her portrayal of violence against women was done in such an unprecedented sensitive and respectful way that the film has been resonating with audiences around the world Manas has been awarded more than 22 prizes in film festivals in Brazil and worldwide Kering's commitment to women is at the heart of the Group's priorities and even though creation is one of the most powerful vectors for change.In 2015 Kering launched Women In Motion at the Festival de Cannes with the ambition of highlighting the talent of women in cinema The program has since been extended to other artistic fields the program recognizes the influence of inspirational figures and provides concrete support for emerging talent Its Talks and Podcasts provide a forum for personalities to share their views on the representation of women in their professional environment.In 2025 the anniversary year of the creation of Women In Motion Kering celebrates 10 years of commitment to women in the arts and culture.A pioneering program Women In Motion highlights the talent and diversity of the female voices shaping the artistic world this 10-year celebration marks a milestone in the commitment of the Group to providing a space for dialogue and action in order to continue promoting the recognition and influence of women in creation.  Kering manages the development of a series of renowned Houses in Fashion as well as Kering Eyewear and Kering Beauté By placing creativity at the heart of its strategy Kering enables its Houses to set new limits in terms of their creative expression while crafting tomorrow’s Luxury in a sustainable and responsible way We capture these beliefs in our signature: “Empowering Imagination” Press ContactsKering Emilie Gargatte | +33 (0)1 45 64 61 20 | emilie.gargatte@kering.com Emma Roquier | +33 (0)6 78 04 06 62 | emma.roquier@kering.com  Press Relations - FranceRendez VousViviana Andriani | +33 (0)6 80 16 81 39 | viviana@rv-press.com Aurélie Dard |+33 (0)6 77 04 52 20 I  aurelie@rv-press.com  Press Relations US, UK & Middle EastJazo PRLaurent Boyé | +1 310 220 72 39 | laurent@jazopr.com  « Back Monday, November 11, 2024 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM EST Betzler Life Story Funeral Homes Kalamazoo Location 6080 Stadium Drive Kalamazoo, MI 49009 (269) 375-2900 Driving Directions Tuesday, November 12, 2024 10:30 AM EST St. Thomas More 421 Monroe St. Kalamazoo, MI 49006 Map At the family's request memorial contributions are to be made to those listed below Please forward payment directly to the memorial of your choice In Honor of Marianna Robinson: Breast Cancer Research Fund Web Site Below is the contact information for a florist recommended by the funeral home Ambati 1830 S. Westnedge Kalamazoo, MI 49008 (269) 349-4961 Driving Directions Web Site Taylor's Florist and Gifts 215 E. Michigan Ave. Paw Paw, MI 49079 (269) 657-6256 Driving Directions Web Site As we reflect on the beautiful life of Marianna Robinson we are reminded of the woman whose tenacity and unwavering love touched the lives of everyone she met she poured her soul into every role she held – wife Her life was a testament to kindness and dedication always going above and beyond for those she cherished Marianna’s compassion and generosity left a lasting impact on everyone who knew her she will forever be loved and deeply missed Filippo and Matilda Scaglione welcomed their first daughter and second child Marianna grew up alongside her three siblings they spent their childhood summers traveling to Sicily It was here where Marianna developed a deep connection to her heritage and devotion to her family she showed her natural instinct to care for others whether it was helping out in the kitchen or looking after her younger siblings Matilda played a central role in shaping Marianna into the strong-willed passing down not only recipes but invaluable lessons on love none brought her more joy than being a mother to her only son She embraced motherhood with all her being as she built a foundation of unconditional love and mutual respect she was known as “Momma Pang,” as her warmth and generosity extended beyond her own family Her home was always welcoming and a place of safety where everyone felt embraced by the same love and care she poured into her son The love story between Marianna and Tom began in 2002 over the next 14 years their connection grew into a loving companionship and a blending of families While discovering their shared passions for entertaining they created a life filled with memorable moments she kept Tom on his toes by finally suggesting (in classic Marianna fashion) that they elope at the French Quarter Wedding Chapel during a work trip in New Orleans she experienced the pure joy of becoming a grandmother to Avery and Alana another role she naturally embraced with all the affection and enthusiasm she was known for Marianna approached her career with the same passion and dedication that she gave her family she quickly gained a reputation for her keen eye and intuition in hiring exceptional physicians Her work was a testament to her intelligence and determination Even when faced with her own health challenges Marianna’s practical nature led her to select her own doctor a decision that speaks volumes to her confidence and self-assurance She was never the one to procrastinate and valued time deeply maximizing every moment in both her professional and personal life Marianna’s life was filled with many passions but one that stayed with her throughout her journey was her love of cooking She and Tom shared countless meals together often experimenting with new recipes or revisiting beloved favorites Their shared love of food led them to explore new cuisines and flavors and New Orleans became a favorite destination for both the culture and the culinary delights a meaningful trip that marked her son Michael’s engagement to Valerie and again for their wedding this past summer a place that held so much personal significance was one of the happiest times in Marianna’s life Gatherings with family and friends was where Marianna truly came alive Her home was always open to family and friends and she had a way of making everyone feel welcome Her ability to balance candor with compassion was one of her many gifts and it earned her the respect and admiration of all who knew her She threw herself into everything she put her mind to and she was known for her open mind and open heart Marianna had a laugh that could light up any room It was the kind of laugh that made everyone around her smile whether they knew her well or were just in her presence for a moment it was impossible not to join in and soon the room would be filled with the same easy heartfelt amusement that came so naturally to her and an openness that invited others to share in her happiness Marianna Robinson truly understood the secret to living each and every day to the very fullest She was a shining example of hard work and compassion and she always looked for opportunities to help others Marianna was a friend to many and beloved by all who knew her She faced challenges with a spirit of fierce determination and her primary focus in life was building personal relationships with those around her Marianna leaves a legacy that her loved ones will be proud to carry on in her footsteps in New York to Filippo and Matilda (LaLumia) Scaglione Marianna was preceded in death by her parents Michael (Valerie) Pang; stepsons: Christopher and Cameron Robinson; grandchildren: Avery and Alana Robinson; siblings: Nicolo Scaglione and Patricia (Anthony) Tarsio; and nieces and nephews: Nicolette Scaglione Please join us at a Life Story Visitation on Monday November 11 from 5-8 PM at Betzler Life Story Funeral Homes Celebrate Marianna’s life online by sharing your favorite stories and photos on her dedicated webpage at BetzlerLifeStory.com JavaScript is disabled. In order to use all of the features on betzlerlifestory.com, enable JavaScript.Close An inmate in a federal Florida prison was killed after being attacked by another inmate according to a statement provided by the Federal Bureau of Prisons "Responding employees isolated and contained the incident and initiated life-saving measures," the statement says "Emergency medical services (EMS) were requested while life-saving efforts continued." Hernandez was taken to a local hospital to be evaluated and treated and no other inmates or employees were injured the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) does not release information regarding the conditions of confinement for any inmate nor do we discuss whether a particular inmate is the subject of allegations Hernandez was sentenced in Nebraska to 110-months in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine Local government watchdog reporter Elena Barrera can be reached at ebarrera@tallahassee.com. Follow her on X: @elenabarreraaa    Marianna was a retired Physical Education Teacher for Belle Valley School District 119 She was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church in Mascoutah Delta Kappa Gamma (retired teachers organization)    She is preceded in death by her parents    Marianna is survived by her daughter Sheri Peters Gray; also survived by great nieces and great nephews    In lieu of all other gifts memorials may be made to the Education Fund for Maren Ringler Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting mollfuneralhome.com    VISITATION: From 9 to 11 AM Monday at Bethel United Methodist Church in Mascoutah     FUNERAL: A funeral service will be held at 11 AM Monday at Bethel United Methodist Church with Pastor Mark Queener officiating Burial will follow in Green Mount Cemetery Add to Calendar Add to Calendar Add to Calendar Four new members joined the Marianna City Council for its first meeting of the new year Joey Tinzie and Mattie Allison have joined council members Leigh Lewis Danny Blount and Donna Westbrook in making decisions for the city Membership Required You must be a member to access this content View Membership Levels © 2024 Johnson Media Group - Design & Maintenance by Elite Custom Gifts Please enter your username or email address to reset your password © 2024 Johnson Media Group - Design & Maintenance by Elite Custom Gifts The Olivier-winning revival of the Chekhov classic READ: 9 Times Broadway Replacements Led to Gender-Bending Roles Noah Himmelstein will direct Matthew Puckett's original musical Neumann is the Tony nominated choreographer behind Hadestown and Swept Away one Tony winner is playing the trumpet while the other is channeling Madame Rose Due to the expansive nature of Off-Broadway and institutes have been revealed by the industry stalwart Thank You!You have now been added to the list Blocking belongson the stage,not on websites Our website is made possible bydisplaying online advertisements to our visitors Please consider supporting us bywhitelisting playbill.com with your ad blocker.Thank you Sonoma’s Troop 222 celebrated Scouts Marianna Brady and Corrine Gilman for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout rank the highest achievement in the Scouting America program The rank of Eagle Scout is earned by fewer than 7% of Scouts who join but those who earn the minimum of 21 merit badges and lead a service project leave the program knowing they have left a positive mark on their community Marianna and her volunteers installed an irrigation system at Woodland Star’s garden Brylee and her team deep-cleaned the Sonoma Valley High School farm buildings Shelby’s project involved regrading and graveling the steer pens at the high school to benefit the local FFA Corrine installed a memorial bench for a well-known high school teacher Through their cumulative years in Scouting these four Scouts learned invaluable leadership skills All appreciated the friendships and fun they had and one even said her struggles with a merit badge inspired her to join the medical field formerly known as the Boy Scouts of America is a youth development program for boys and girls ages 11 to 17 Offering a variety of outdoor adventures and skill-building activities teenagers learn through a wide range of experiences From camping to hiking to community service and merit badge achievements Scouting America encourages today’s youth to become self-reliant Girls ages 11-17 who are interested in starting their own journey in Scouting are invited to attend Sonoma Troop 222 meeting from 7 to 8:30 p.m East in Sonoma to learn more about the program For more information, email Shauna Aubin at troop222sonoma@gmail.com By Alexandra Pecharich Marianna K. Baum has funneled three decades of continuous funding from the National Institutes of Health toward building the scientific community’s understanding of the health challenges and consequences faced by those on society’s edge. Baum’s work has been shared in hundreds of publications and at international forums. She insists that society must care for every segment of its population and tirelessly pursues data to educate leaders in a position to improve the lot of those most often ignored and forgotten. “Research helps inform the people who make the decisions. Public health policy depends on it.” Distinguished University Professor, Robert Stempel College of Public Health & Social Work Receive daily FIU stories and updates directly to your inbox. Submit a story or give us feedback, we want to hear from you. Oscar-winning actress Tilda Swinton will curate an exhibition showcasing the work of British artist and designer Marianna Kennedy at Christie’s Paris the show will take place from May 5th to 11th “Supersonic Mediaeval,” will highlight Kennedy’s innovative use of materials like resin and Murano glass and emphasize the influence of London’s Spitalfields neighborhood on her career It will showcase a collection of the artist’s most significant works “Marianna’s work has always sprung from and lived in one where the ancient and the resonant meet the unknown and surprising,” Swinton said in a statement “This is the landscape of ‘Supersonic Mediaeval,’ invested in exquisite craftsmanship and joyful color and merging the familiar and the fresh: Its atmosphere brings with it a breath to the heart of recognition Marianna Kennedy’s Noire AD mirror in the artist’s dining room in Spitalfields Kennedy attended the National College of Art in Dublin before continuing her studies at the Slade School of Art in London Inspired by the architecture of traditional Georgian houses she began creating her now-renowned mirrors in her Spitalfields studio Kennedy met Swinton through a mutual friend and quickly bonded over “their shared love of collaborating with artisans.” Swinton has been a long-time supporter and collector of Kennedy’s bespoke works “I have always been inspired by Tilda’s unique artistic vision combined with a playful sense of collaboration,” said Kennedy “We both share a respect for craftsmanship and a love of beauty bridging the gap between past and present but always looking forward Two men have been arrested in connection to a fatal shooting that occurred in Marianna on March 22 the Arkansas State Police announced Friday morning were charged on Thursday with first-degree murder in the shooting death of 52-year old Earl Taylor Marianna Police Department officers responded to reports of a shooting at Atkins Park on March 22 the officers found Taylor lying on the ground next to his vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds Morris has also been charged with possession of firearms by certain persons while Mitchell was charged with possession of a machine gun device Mitchell and Morris are being held at the Lee County jail on $1 million bonds Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans. 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Daniel McFadin is a general assignment reporter who has been with the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette since October 2022 and has also been a writer covering NASCAR for Frontstretch — which is not affiliated with the Democrat-Gazette — since 2014 Daniel also has and continues to be involved in podcasting at the newspaper This document may not be reprinted without the express written permission of Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Material from the Associated Press is Copyright © 2025 audio and/or video material shall not be published rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use The AP will not be held liable for any delays errors or omissions therefrom or in the transmission or delivery of all or any part thereof or for any damages arising from any of the foregoing Marianna’s work has always sprung from and lived in one where the ancient and resonant meet the unknown and surprising This is the landscape of the Supersonic Mediaeval invested in exquisite craftsmanship and joyful colour and merging the familiar and the fresh: its atmosphere brings with it a breath to the heart of recognition and of bright new horizons ahead —Tilda Swinton Download the brochure for the Marianna Kennedy exhibition Christie’s celebrates the finest achievements in design with three exceptional auctions in Paris and New York View live auctions happening at our Paris saleroom The Marianna City Council has yet to develop new policies for city workers as suggested by the Arkansas Municipal League following a pair of lawsuits that were settled last year member Leigh Lewis asked Mayor Ora Stevens if the new policies were ready for the council to review Marianna was the beloved daughter of the late Shade and Elizabeth (Deets) Streett and the cherished wife of the late Hayward L Marianna was a devoted and active member of Bethel Presbyterian Church where she found joy in teaching Sunday School and serving her congregation as both an Elder and Deacon Her warmth and generosity extended to her career as a daycare provider where she cared for her daycare children as if they were her own Marianna enjoyed the simple pleasures in life and sharing meals at her favorite restaurants and community was a guiding force throughout her life and Summer Putnam; and great-grandchildren contributions may be made in Marianna’s honor to Bethel Presbyterian Church Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text Advertisement. Advertise with us COOPERSTOWN—Marianna Shepard Garrett passed away peacefully on December 22 1936 to Richard and Mollie Shepard. She grew up in Cooperstown and graduated from Cooperstown Central School in 1954 She went on to study at Katherine Gibbs Secretarial School in Boston she returned to Cooperstown for several years and was employed by Bassett Hospital as an administrative assistant to the hospital director in the 1960s and worked for the National Academy of Sciences They were married in 1978 at The Farmers’ Museum church in Cooperstown After living in Alexandria for a few years A rare spinal condition necessitated surgery in 1983 Mar lived a joyful and fulfilling life with Chuck until his death in 2019.They enjoyed travelling Virginia and the Outer Banks of North Carolina and creating beautiful flower arrangements She loved creating greeting cards using photos she had taken over the years.  the Beverly Hills Community Methodist Church in Alexandria including performing in church musicals and singing in the choir which she cherished the most. She knitted hats and booties for new babies in the congregation and also sent cards to offer support in times of need She faithfully participated in a weekly Bible study group up until the final week of her life.   She also volunteered an organization that provides food to individuals in need Marianna had a large group of loyal friends who remained active in her life until her final days She was beloved for her kindness and her wonderful sense of humor Marianna was cared for by numerous loving caregivers which allowed her to live independently and remain in her home until her final days.  New York) and Marjorie Shepard Matney (Chicopee A memorial service will be held on April 5 at the Beverly Hills United Methodist Church Donations in Marianna’s memory may be made to the Beverly Hills Community United Methodist Church, 3512 Old Dominion Blvd., Alexandria, VA, 22305. and website in this browser for the next time I comment 2023 at the age of 100.  Virginia was born in Cooperstown on December 2 She spent most of her childhood in East Springfield and graduated from Springfield Central School in June of 1940 Virginia and Glenn devoted their lives to each other and to their family.  In addition to spending time with her family Virginia enjoyed playing the organ,… passed away unexpectedly at home on February 1 Peters in NYC. He attended Great Neck High School where he acquired a band of lifelong friends and graduated in the Class of 1962 He spent the summer after graduation on the Hospital Ship SS Hope on its mission to Peru He was so interested in this that he continued on these missions in summers during college. The mission to Ecuador brought many stories that he… Gerold served for 30 years in the United States Navy He was a retired chief petty officer and served in Vietnam He was the owner/operator of Jerry’s Bait-n-Tackle from 1988 to 2008 Gerold enjoyed spending his time with family Our mission is to uphold the public’s trust in the pursuit of justice and the enforcement of the law. The Office of the State Attorney works to protect the public from those who endanger, threaten, and degrade the security of the community and to protect the personal rights of those we serve...more MARIANNA – The man deemed most responsible for the murder of Sonny Richard two years ago was sentenced to Life in prison today after pleading guilty A second defendant was sentenced to 50 years in prison and a new sentencing date was set for the third was sentenced to Life in prison after he entered an open plea to Second-Degree Murder was sentenced to 50 years in prison after pleading No Contest to Second-Degree Murder Knight’s statements to Jackson County Sheriff’s Office investigators the day after the murder and his cooperation helped lead to the arrests is set for sentencing in October on charges of Accessory After the Fact to Murder and Tampering with Evidence who repeatedly struck him in the back of the head with a metal pipe that had cement on one end Prosecutor Peter Overstreet said the motive was to rob the victim and get money for methamphetamine The body was pulled to a burn pit and set on fire after the victim died Overstreet called witnesses – including Jackson County Sheriff’s Office investigators and the co-defendants – to show Circuit Court Judge Ana Maria Garcia what happened that night and each defendant’s actions Clemons received exactly what he deserves for the heinous murder of Sonny Richard,” Overstreet said after the 3-hour-long sentencing hearing RELATED NEWS: Follow our Facebook Page for fast updates, releases RELATED NEWS: Walsh guilty of Sexual Activity with a minor Overstreet told Judge Garcia it was the Prosecution’s job to present all the evidence and in this case it pointed to Clemons as the catalyst “We say the good things defendants have done in aiding law enforcement And it’s the court’s job here to mete out the appropriate punishment that the man sitting right there is the man most responsible for Sonny Richard’s death.” The victim was reported missing by his family Jan Deputies following a lead went to the defendant’s residence and found the victim’s remains in a burn pit Jeremy Pelfry testified he was leaving the scene when he saw Knight walking down the road He stopped to talk to him and ultimately took him in for questioning Knight told investigators Key called the victim to come to the residence to repay her some money He said Clemons attacked the victim with the metal pipe after deciding to rob him wrote a statement to the court that he asked Overstreet to read aloud for the judge he was 23 years old at the time of his death,” Mr He thought the defendants were his friends “He trusted them and he lost his life because of that trust,” the statement continued “I will forever have a hole in my hard that cannot be filled.” Basford thanked the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office for its thorough investigation which led to a quick resolution of the homicide For more information, contact Mike Cazalas at mike.cazalas@sa14.fl.gov If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request do not send electronic mail to this entity contact this office by phone or in writing Your browser is not supported for this experience.We recommend using Chrome  Stay up-to-date with what's happening in New Mexico through our weekly newsletter.  returns to her family ranch to inspire and educate the next generation in San Jon Marianna Behrends inspires and educates the next generation in San Jon MARIANNA BEHRENDS was raised on a ranch in the village of San Jon she realized her dream of returning to the family ranch in 2022 and giving back to her community as a science teacher Behrends knew she wanted to be a teacher since the third grade but pursued animal science and agricultural business degrees in college before returning to education “It’s my purpose to teach and impact youth lives,” she says Inspired by animal behaviorist Temple Grandin’s amplification of women’s voices in agriculture Behrends hopes to inspire others with a similar sense of determination and grit She recalls a recent example with her 11-year-old daughter as they were out calving on their 5,000-acre ranch in 70-mile-per-hour winds because there was no other help coming,” she says Behrends stands out even in a small community where pitching in to help others is second nature she is driven by her students engaged with science and agriculture and the positive results of her coaching for interviews “I see a direct correlation between need and community involvement,” she says Behrends is part of the planning team for a new school in San Jon that will help prepare students for in-demand trade jobs like welding “Now feels like a pivotal point to set ourselves apart to keep growing.” Read more: In these contemporary “history makers,” we celebrate a few of the many remarkable women nominated by their peers for their positive impact in communities throughout New Mexico. 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(WTXL) — Marianna police have arrested a man wanted on charges of failure to appear and being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm police found Donald Reed Sparks at home on Milton Avenue Officers had to bring in the K-9s from the Jackson Correctional Institution and Apalachee Correctional Institution and police say when they closed in on him he kept running The BBC receives more abusive messages about Marianna Spring than anyone else But the disinformation correspondent remains hopeful about people – and the world we live in the BBC’s first Social Media Investigations correspondent It would be more intimate than meeting at the BBC’s offices But a communications manager called me on the phone It’s not that Marianna doesn’t want me to go to her house In the first five months of 2023, the BBC received 14,488 messages abusive enough to be escalated by their system designed to detect hate; 11,771 of those Due to her reporting on conspiracy theories she’s regularly targeted with death threats and harassment a man camped in a tent outside the BBC’s New Broadcasting House shouting “disinformation agent” in her face as she left work while I can say Spring welcomes me with a hug and invites me into her front room for a conversation that will span murder and Kate Middleton and teenage boys or give any personal details that might put her in danger “It’s quite a big deal for me this,” she says nervously because I know that the world I investigate has attracted this group of trolls who will stop at nothing to figure out literally everything about me and then use it in some way.” She once mentioned that her dad was a doctor which led to strangers suggesting this connection is why she is invested in killing people with the Covid vaccine Once she shared a picture online of her family’s 19-year-old cat and she was accused noisily of animal cruelty “They also called her Chairman Miaow,” Spring adds such as “Covid-19 was a hoax” and “15-minute cities are an attempt by governments to restrict people’s personal freedom and keep them under surveillance.” What used to be seen as paranoia now blurs into beliefs held by many millions ‘Often people arrive at these places from really legitimate points they’re very worried about powerful people doing bad stuff’: Marianna Spring Photograph: Manuel Vázquez/The ObserverFor a typical investigation Spring will create a series of fake online profiles to see what the algorithms deliver Every time I swing by the desk of the poor bloke who looks after the retired iPhones at the BBC he’s wary because he thinks I must be selling them on.” Today her work, which includes Panorama investigations and a BBC podcast Why Do You Hate Me? (the new US series of which investigates the online phenomena that could influence the election) sees her dig into the darkest corners of the internet like those who claim terrorist attacks have been staged The harassment she receives “is almost always about me being a young woman I’m everything from a silly little girl who couldn’t possibly know what’s going on to an evil whore who’s eating babies.” She never would have guessed her own harassment would be such a large part of the story “but I think it’s important to talk about it I think a huge number of women in public life are subject to this and obviously it’s way worse if you also get racist abuse and other forms of hate And it normalises it if we don’t talk about it.” As well as using her own experiences as an example of how online hate metastasises her work has become a vital tool for those seeking to understand the conspiracy theories that continue to shape our world and how they fuel anxieties that prompt these theories And I might love this sofa and you might hate this sofa That’s the thing we should be worried about – the conversation is not about the sofa She’s had many such conversations with theoretical sofa deniers she met a woman called Natalie in Totnes who believes that governments and global organisations are trying to control us through things like attempts to limit pollution “She said she felt so isolated from people in her life talking to a woman who believed Trump’s assassination was staged It’s stressful not being able to trust anything any more to truly believe these plots are happening that everyone is out to murder and kill people in your life You can understand why that would make you feel untethered from the world around you.” but everything I investigate is very darkWhat might surprise readers is that most of the conspiracy theorists she’s met aren’t bad people “Often they arrive at these places from really legitimate points they’re very worried about other human beings who are being hurt But they are themselves being exploited by other people on social media They’re being pushed that kind of content and others benefit from their attention.” Other memorable interviewees include people whose lives have been overturned by these conspiracy theorists. In February, Martin Hibbert, a survivor of the 2017 Manchester Arena attack, won his bid to sue Richard D Hall and that Hibbert and his daughter (both of whom were left with severe disabilities) were not there He’s willing to stand up against the conspiracy theories and abuse that he and his daughter have been subject to after living through something most people can’t even imagine But also what he’s doing could set a really important precedent for how this stuff is dealt with.” This is the most important part of Spring’s job, she thinks: giving a voice to people, like the family of 13-year-old Olly Stephens. In 2021, two schoolboys who ambushed him after a dispute online were convicted of his murder Spring investigated the role social media played and exposed how teenagers’ Instagram YouTube and Facebook accounts routinely recommend violent videos and knives for sale People like Stephens’s parents “often feel as though the social media companies are not listening to what they have to say and the politicians don’t get it and so if I can be the person that investigates it takes barely a breath in our two-hour conversation She has the charisma and energy of a kids’ TV presenter delivering complex ideas in digestible explanations with empathy and wit which is important because everything I investigate is largely very dark That positivity is a really valuable thing because it keeps you going – I’m someone who is fundamentally hopeful about people.” Social media companies are not listening to what people have to say and the politicians don’t get itI wonder where she sees her career going Does she have ambitions to become the next Emily Maitlis she loves the investigative work and the presenting but it’s the public service element of her job that excites her “The landscape is changing so much it’s quite hard to know what work is going to look like in 10 years.” And by then “everything will be a social media investigation – you can’t untangle the two things.” Has she ever been taken in by disinformation herself Around the time she started doing this job there were wildfires spreading across Australia and on her Instagram she started to see memes of and they were hiding other baby animals from the flames but it later transpired the story was just complete rubbish And that’s how all this works – you’re pulled in by anything that makes you have an emotional reaction.” It’s easy to be tricked she says – that’s what disinformation is designed to do That’s why we need to remove the stigma attached to people who get drawn in “There’s this idea that they’re stupid or crazy but it’s just not the case – they’re often really cynical and clever and engaged They probably spend a bit too much time on social media And the theories are more exciting and interesting often than the truth which can be quite complicated and quite boring and quite sad But sharing them has real consequences for the people who are at the centre of the story.” Spring became increasingly desperate to interview Elon Musk about the part social media played X’s comms department replied to all journalists’ emails with a poop emoji Spring found herself lying in bed at night thinking about what she’d ask him “Questions around decisions he’s made that appear to have had a real-world impact – decisions about blue ticks decisions about what’s allowed and what isn’t when you’re trying to hold these kinds of powerful institutions to account – these companies are as powerful as lots of governments in many cases.” She wants to ask him specific questions about people who have experienced serious harm as a result of disinformation and what’s being recommended on their feeds “A lot of what I imagine Elon Musk would say is about how the UK want to clamp down on freedom of expression well what about the freedom of expression of these people who’ve been harmed This is the question at the crux of all of this.” She’s thinking about the people she’s met in Conspiracyland who see people they trust sharing disinformation at the top of their feeds “and that not only affects their perception of reality but more broadly this shared concept of reality that we all rely on.” Instead of answering her interview requests In the past he’s tweeted a picture of me which resulted in an absolute wave of online abuse and hate and threats.” But she’ll keep on asking “I’m the BBC’s Social Media Investigations Correspondent but have not interviewed anyone senior at his company for more than two years – that shows us that there’s a problem with accountability If cabinet ministers just stopped doing interviews One side effect of her work is that Spring has become a sort of unofficial social media agony aunt with people messaging her regular questions or asking whether a story they’ve seen is real it’s not simply a case of telling them to go offline: “We’ve reached a point where it would be very difficult to live without our phones.” They’re our wallets “And there are positives that come out of using social media and it doesn’t feel like it should be on all of us to change how we live in order to keep ourselves safe – that is ultimately a responsibility that the majority of the major social media companies have signed up to.” What does she think about the move to ban phones for kids it shifts the accountability away from the companies and I don’t think we should be letting them off the hook that lightly!” It reminds her of people who having heard about her experiences of trolling ask why she doesn’t simply quit social media it’s what I investigate so it’d be a bit like asking a political journalist not to be in the House of Commons why should people have to leave a particular social media platform We need to start thinking of companies more like governments even though they’re not electedAs the pandemic subsided she thought the conspiracy movement might calm down a little you’ve had a bit of a funny half hour there,’ but I don’t think that has been the case and I think it will continue to not be the case.” There are people who truly have shifted in how they view reality “I don’t know how many more times I have to investigate almost the same thing “a situation in which something hateful or false spreads on social media that causes harm or has a serious consequence for people email the social media companies saying this has happened I don’t know how many times that has to happen before someone says how are we dealing with this?’” What needs to change when you start thinking of the companies more like governments A lot of this is about fundamentally how the companies’ sites operate and it does frequently come back to algorithms Until we reach a place where safety is more important than engagement these kinds of things will keep happening.” She pauses and leans back on the sofa I hope people reading will come up with solutions.” Marianna Spring’s podcast, Why Do You Hate Me, is now available on BBC Sounds (bbc.co.uk) This is the archive of The Observer up until 21/04/2025 The Observer is now owned and operated by Tortoise Media (CBS12) — A Florida woman can now call herself a millionaire after winning $1 million from a scratch-off game claimed a $1 million prize from the Lottery's $1,000,000 A Year Scratch Off Game She decided to receive her earnings in a one-time Douglas purchased her ticket from Beeline 639 The retailer is earning $2,000 bonus commission for selling the ticket The $50 Scratch-Off game has two top prizes of $1 million a year for life and 234 prizes of $1 million the ticket is filled with more than $1.6 billion in cash prizes